Commodity subsidies in Rhode Island totaled $49,116 in 2017
Counties in Rhode Island Receiving Commodity Payments, 2017
| Rank | County | Total Commodity Programs 2017 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington County, Rhode Island | $22,633 | 46.1% | 46.1% |
| 2 | Newport County, Rhode Island | $18,583 | 37.8% | 83.9% |
| 3 | Providence County, Rhode Island | $4,443 | 9.0% | 93.0% |
| 4 | Kent County, Rhode Island | $2,512 | 5.1% | 98.1% |
| 5 | Bristol County, Rhode Island | $945 | 1.9% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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